Databases of Information on Genetic Diseases in Animals
Canine Genetic Disease Information System (CGDIS)
Dr. Donald Patterson in the Section of Medical Genetics at Penn has developed a computerized database on genetic diseases of dogs, the Canine Genetic Disease Information System (CGDIS). This database in being published by Moseby, and will be released early next year. The database is available in the Section of Medical Genetics for your use. To arrange a time to do so, talk to Dr. Henthorn.
This is a searchable database, compiled by Prof. Frank Nicholas at the University of Sydney, of references to genetic diseases in many animal species. OMIA is modeled on and complementary to McKusick's Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM). Most entries consist solely of references to publications (without links to abstracts), although some entries contain a brief summary of the disease and how it is inherited. Links to similar diseases in OMIM are included, where appropriate.
A searchable database of genetic diseases/conditions of purebred dogs compiled by Dr. David Sargan at the University of Cambridge. The user can search by breed, genetic anomaly, or keyword. A short description is given for each disease, and the inheritance of the disease is discussed if it is known. References are linked to abstracts, mainly through PubMed. Links to similar human diseases in OMIM are also provided.
From the University of Prince Edward Island and the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, this site is intended for use by dog owners and breeders as well as veterinarians. The database, while not searchable, is organized by organ system affected and by dog breed. For each disease, the site discusses inheritance (if known), breeds affected, presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and breeding advice. A limited number of references are provided.
Canine Molecular Genetic Diseases
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Michigan State University
Ulreh V. Mostoskey, DVM
George A. Padgett, DVM
Al W. Stinson, DVM
VetGen LLC, Ann Arbor, Michigan
John C. Duffendack, MBA, MS
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